Conan: Above all force, there is truth!

Seeing the saleswoman in front of him still talking non-stop about the brand's glorious history, Longye couldn't help but speak up.

"Please get to the point!"

Seeing Longye's impatient expression, the saleswoman stopped her presentation.

Are you buying this for your younger sister? Which tier would you like to buy?

"Of course it's for my daughter! As for how many floors... let me think, seven floors it is."

Upon hearing this, the saleswoman paused for a moment.

After looking Longye up and down several times, she laughed and said, "You really love to joke."

It's important to know that the placement of the Girls' Day dolls is very particular.

The dolls placed on specially made platforms are generally divided into 3, 5, and 7 layers.

The top level of a standard doll pedestal features the "Emperor and Empress Dowager," with lower levels supplemented by three female officials, five young musicians, attendants, and servants, as needed. Each doll individually commands a high price.

Moreover, the so-called Girls' Day dolls are not just dolls.

In addition to displaying the dolls, decorations such as peach blossoms, lanterns, dressing tables, and daily necessities should also be added.

These seemingly insignificant accessories are actually extremely expensive.

Moreover, the Girls' Day dolls can only be displayed at home for a few days each year and cannot be kept as decorative items for a long time.

Therefore, for the average family, buying three or five layers of dolls is already the limit.

Many families, in an effort to save time, will simply buy small "double-layered dolls" for their children.

Therefore, the female sales assistant believed that Longye was joking in both of his statements.

How could such a young boy have a daughter?!

Furthermore, although she sensed that the young man in front of her was not short of money, she did not think he could afford a seven-story doll.

A typical seven-layered doll costs around 50.

Their seven-tiered doll is worth around 150 million.

Keep in mind that this price exceeds six months' income for many people.

How could this boy possibly…

……

ten minutes later

Longye walked out of the doll shop.

The saleswoman bowed deeply to Longye's retreating figure, and continued waving after she stood up.

Seeing her so excited, a colleague couldn't help but ask, "What's wrong with that customer?"

"Without saying a word, that boy bought a set of Girls' Day dolls from me! And it was a seven-layered set!"

Putting aside the commission, I haven't seen such a generous customer in a long time!

"That's really rare..."

……

Two days later

Longye and Xiaolan returned home ahead of schedule.

The Girls' Day doll and a whole bunch of cute animal plush toys have been delivered to my doorstep.

Ryūno was in charge of arranging the dolls and decorating the living room, while Rin was in charge of cooking.

After several hours of hard work, the two finally got everything arranged before Ai Haibara returned home.

Shortly after

--"I'm back."

As soon as Ai Haibara pushed open the door, she was shocked by the scene before her.

Inside the living room, colorful balloons and banners had already been arranged. There was even a path made of animal dolls at her feet.

The next moment, she stepped into the "Animal Doll Road" in a daze and slowly walked forward.

At the finish line, there is a huge Girls' Day doll seat.

The top is neatly arranged with gorgeous and exquisite dolls.

Just as Ai Haibara was lost in thought, Ran and Tatsuno came out from behind the counter: "Ai! Happy Girls' Day!!!"

Looking up at Ryuno and Ran's gentle faces, Ai Haibara froze on the spot for a moment.

Seeing that she didn't react for a while, Longye said, "Huh? Has this child gone stupid?"

"Woo~"

Just then, a soft sob reached the ears of Ryūno and Rin.

After exchanging a glance, the two immediately looked toward the source of the voice.

Ai, who usually has a cold expression, was biting her lip and her eyes were red.

The next second, a few crystal tears fell from her eyes.

Seeing her expression, Xiaolan took her hand and led her to the dining table.

Ryūno also gave up the idea of ​​teasing Ai.

Soon after, Longye and the other two sat down at the dining table.

Looking at the beautifully presented dishes on the table, and the sandwich filled with peanut butter and blueberry jam, she finally couldn't hold back her tears.

……

after eating

Ai Haibara's emotions have returned to normal.

After tidying up the table, Longye said, "Ai, I actually have another gift here that you need to pick up yourself."

Upon hearing this, Ai Haibara and Ran both looked at him with confusion.

Under the gaze of the two women, Longye glanced at his watch: "It's only seven o'clock, looks like it's not too late..."

The next moment, Ryūno turned to look at Ai Haibara and smiled, "Let's go, I'll take you somewhere~"

After he finished speaking, Longye leaned close to Xiaolan's ear and whispered something.

Then, to Ran's surprise, Ryuno led Ai out of the house.

After walking for a while, Ai Haibara asked疑惑地问道, "Ryuno, where are you taking me? And... what gift?"

Upon hearing this, Longye chuckled and said, "When we first met, do you remember what I said to you?"

Upon hearing Ryuno's meaningful words, Ai Haibara lowered her head and began to recall.

After a moment, she finally remembered something: "Could it be what you said before—the surprise in a while?"

Upon hearing this, Longye nodded.

All the way

No matter how many times Ai Haibara asked, Ryuno didn't speak again; he simply smiled silently.

Shortly after

The two arrived at a luxury apartment.

After entering the apartment lobby, Ryuno led Ai Haibara into the elevator.

Just as the elevator began to rise, Longye spoke up: "Have you ever thought about this?"

"Ok?"

"The reason I brought you to this apartment is because I own a place here."

Although Tatsuno's words were completely nonsensical, Ai Haibara was still taken aback.

Whether it's the exterior of the apartment or the environment I saw before entering...

This apartment is clearly not an ordinary apartment.

Even in the lobby, there was a butler on duty 24 hours a day.

Furthermore, this apartment is located in the heart of Beika City, right next to the Metropolitan Police Department.

Even if she didn't know the local housing prices, she could guess that the apartments here must be extremely expensive.

Seeing Ai Haibara deep in thought, Tatsuno said slowly in a strange tone, "Whether it's the Girls' Day doll I gave you before, or this apartment... have you ever thought about where all this money came from?"

Just as Ai Haibara was pondering this question, the elevator arrived at the designated floor.

Ryuno led Ai Haibara to the door of an apartment building and slowly knocked on the door.

Then, Ryūno looked down at Ai Haibara, his expression turning terrifying: "Completing the organization's missions can yield very high rewards..."

"For example—follow the organization's orders and kill your sister!!!"

"This apartment was bought with your sister's life."

At this moment, Ai Haibara finally understood what Tatsuno wanted to express.

Her pupils suddenly contracted, and her brain seemed to explode.

The next second, the door was suddenly opened.

A voice that was very familiar to Ai Haibara came from the room.

"—Longye? You've finally arrived! My disguise skills are already…"

Before she could finish speaking, Miyano Akemi suddenly noticed the little girl next to Tatsuno.

For some reason, the little girl's face made her feel very nostalgic.

Just as she was trying to recall where she had seen this little girl before, the little girl in front of her suddenly widened her eyes and trembled as she exclaimed, "Sister, sister?!"

Chapter 134 People always need to learn new skills

Ai Haibara stared at Akemi Miyano's face, momentarily lost in thought.